Certificate in Applied Project Management

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Description

Would you like a roadmap for efficient and successful project completion? Project management is a systematic process used to initiate, plan, execute, control, and close a project to meet defined objectives. The University of Akron has offered the Certificate In Applied Project Management class for over fifteen years. We are conveniently located in the heart of downtown Akron, which provides a central location to those who reside in Northeast Ohio. With over 18 years of experience, our instructor will give you the knowledge you need to complete projects of any size.

The University of Akron is approved as a provider of project management training by the Project Management Institute (PMI)®

Program format and content are based upon:

Your unique project needs

Application of real world experiences of front line project managers and team members

The Project Management Institute (PMI)®, A Guide to Project Management Body of Knowledge(PMBOK®Guide)

Practice in selecting and using the concepts, techniques, and decision tools available to project managers

A basic understanding of the importance of work breakdown structures and networks to planning, scheduling, and controlling projects

An awareness of potential conflicts and problems that can occur on projects

Who Should Attend this Program?This program is designed for individuals who are new to project management, working project managers, managers, and project team members who wish to advance their service capabilities through exposure to formal project management methodologies. This program will also qualify you to advance toward Project Management Institute credentialing programs.